Noma, the acclaimed Copenhagen restaurant that has been named the world's best four times, is finally branching out. Yesterday, a post on the group's official website revealed plans for a second, more casual establishment at a different location in the city.
Dubbed '108', after its street address, the new restaurant is being helmed by chef Kristian Baumaan and Noma alums Jacob Møller and Thomas Østergaard Bagge. It will serve modern Nordic cuisine that is heavily influenced by the many innovations introduced by the Noma mothership and its leader, the trailblazing chef Rene Redzepi.
"At 108 our kitchen finds its inspiration in the exciting developments that have happened to Denmark's restaurant scene over the last decade. We want to keep exploring and make the food culture our own; creating the essence of an urban restaurant, which has a proximity to nature, to farms, and to the vibes of the city." Reads the announcement.
Diners eager to get a first look can try it out from January 20 to April 16 when the 108 team takes over the Noma kitchen for a four month pop-up. During that time, Redzepi and the rest of the Noma staff will relocate to Australia for a pop -up of their own.
"The pop-up will be open for dinner only, Wednesday to Saturday, and feature an a la carte menu. We are excited to give diners an early taste of what we've been working on." Says the 108 website.
Reservations will be handled online via the website. Walk-Ins are also allowed.
"Our restaurant will be a place for families to come together for a quick dinner on a Monday night, or for friends to sit down on a Friday evening for a longer meal, and really explore what we have to offer." Says Baumann. "We want to add value to the existing traditions of an already brilliant dining scene - and hope to influence the Copenhagen kitchen."
